Fertility intention and its influencing factors among young people of reproductive age in China: A cross-sectional survey study

Fertility decisions are shaped by a complex interplay of socioeconomic and personal factors. Beyond policy reforms such as the three-child policy, enhancing social support, employment stability, and work-life balance is essential for creating a fertility-friendly environment. China's experience may also offer insights for other countries facing similar demographic and socioeconomic transitions, emphasizing the importance of addressing both structural and psychosocial barriers to higher-order childbearing.